While they like to equate the earth to a mother, it is the sun that makes all life on earth possible, giving us the energy, the light that makes us grow and allows all life on earth to exist. So here are some stunning photos of that huge ball of flame, 8 light minutes away... |
"When the sun is shining I can do anything; no mountain is too high, no trouble too difficult to overcome.'"
Wilma Rudolph
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"He who binds to himself a joy Does the winged life destroy; But he who kisses the joy as it flies Lives in eternity's sun rise."
William Blake
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"Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love!"
Sitting Bull
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"The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world's joy."
Henry Ward Beecher
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"The sun is new each day."
Heraclitus
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"Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth."
Buddha
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The Deadliest Volcanic Eruptions in Human History
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WOW! How Can These Places Be Real? (18 Pics)
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This Incredible Bird Can Make Any Sound it Likes!
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The Internet's Burning Questions About Biology, Answered
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The Reddest Reds In Nature Are Incredibly Beautiful
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These Tiny Creatures Made Me Smile All Day Long
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These Landscape Photos Won Awards for a Good Reason
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The Colors of These Birds are Ravishing!
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When Animals Cooperate: 10 Incredible Examples!
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Discover the World of Beautiful Wild Cats
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15 Magical Animal Moments That’ll Make You Smile All Day!
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Just How Clever Are Wild Parrots? See For Yourself!
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The Top 10 Animal World Record Holders Are Totally Awesome
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This Horse Breed is One of the Most Royally Graceful...
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The Ocean’s Floor Is Alive with Colorful Sea Slugs
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22 of Nature Photography's Most Exquisite Moments!
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15 Wonderful Plants to Grow in Every Room in Your Home
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These Transformations from Summer to Winter Will Amaze You
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20 Ways to Turn that Blank Wall into a Vertical Garden
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Behold, 10 of the Most Beautiful Flowers in the World!
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The Glass Butterfly: One of Nature's Most Beautiful Creatures
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This Stunning Bird of Prey Video Will Leave You in Awe!
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